Accuracy International
AW (Arctic Warfare) sniper rifle (English designat.: L96A1) :
| Caliber : |
7.62 mm NATO
|
| Operation : |
bolt action
|
| Magazine : |
10 rounds detachable
box
|
| Barrel length : |
660 mm / 26"
|
| Total length : |
1180 mm / 46.5"
|
| Weight : |
6.5 kg / 14.33
lbs
|
| Rate of fire : |
-
|
| Sights : |
Mil spec Mk
II in 6x, 10x
|
| Muzzle velocity : |
-
|
| Max. effective range : |
1000m / 1100
yards
|
| Accuracy : |
1-0.5 MOA
|
The AW model is the basis for all other members of the Arctic Warfare family. It is produced also in the 5.56 mm caliber. The 7.62x51 variant of the AW is fitted with a muzzle brake which serves to reduce recoil and muzzle flip, cut down flash and provide a base for the foresight (supplied in the emergency iron sight set) and muzzle suppressor. The AW is normally supplied with an 8 round magazine (5.56) and 10 round magazine (7.62x51). Both versions are housed in green olive drab stock panels and black and green metalwork.
AWs are normally fitted with the special fixed
power 6x or 10x Mk II military sights in a one-piece mount which ensures the
best user/rifle/sight relationship and reliable maintenance of zero if the sight
is removed and replaced on the gun.
The butt is adjustable, the bipod too.
The AW rifle is operational in more than 20 countries
and has seen active service in most conflicts during the last 10 years.
Specific modifications to suit the Australians include: a Schmidt & Bender
3xl2 power day telescope with a 50 nun AO, the folding stock, a butt spike,
a cheek piece, a quick-release sight mount, a Picatinny rail, and the ability
to accept any Australian Army sighting (day or night) equipment.
